Works for
Anti-agingBakuchiol, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38 + 2 moreWorks well
“Bakuchiol Helps visibly improve and prevent fine lines and wrinkles”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains bakuchiol.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: palmitoyl tripeptide-38.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
MoisturizingPalmitoyl tripeptide-38, Glycerin + 10 moreWorks well
“A potent serum that visibly tightens and plumps skin for a smoother, more firm appearance.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": calcium pca, galactoarabinan.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tripeptide-38
Evens skin toneBakuchiol, NiacinamideWorks well
“The concentrated-active serum is powered by 1% bakuchiol, niacinamide, and 2% peptide—a dynamic combination that reveals visibly brighter, tighter, and smoother skin over time.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: bakuchiol
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Bakuchiol, Rosa damascena flower water + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (bakuchiol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Bakuchiol, NiacinamideMay help
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains bakuchiol.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Rosa damascena flower waterMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPropanediol~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolRosa damascena flower water~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterIsoamyl laurate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture
More about Isoamyl laurateSodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerBakuchiol~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
More about BakuchiolGalactoarabinan~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GalactoarabinanIsodecyl neopentanoate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss.
More about Isodecyl neopentanoatePalmitoyl tripeptide-38~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-38Acmella oleracea extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Niacinamide~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideAlaria esculenta extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a humectant helping to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be effective as an anti-oxidant.
More about Alaria esculenta extractRosa canina fruit oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilSodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.6%
Polyisobutene~0.15–0.65%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideSodium gluconate~0.1–0.45%
Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.1–0.35%
Carbomer~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerCalcium pca~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Calcium pcaCaprylyl/capryl glucoside~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.2%
Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Rosa damascena flower water, Isoamyl laurate, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Bakuchiol, Galactoarabinan, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Acmella oleracea extract, Niacinamide, Alaria esculenta extract, Rosa canina fruit oil, Sodium hyaluronate, 1,2-hexanediol, Polyisobutene, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Sodium gluconate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Carbomer, Calcium pca, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Sodium hydroxide, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin
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| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate/Tetracaprate | Gluconolactone | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Bakuchiol in the Management of Acne-affected Skinresearchgate.net
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